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Can You Repair Windscreen Wipers?

Windscreen wipers can become loose, or rust. You will realise that it’s important to check them regularly to always have a clear view of the road ahead even if the weather is not so good. When the wiper blades become old or hard, you will have to replace them. They may start producing a chattering sound which could be caused by a build-up of wax, oil, or grease and the wiper blades fail to clean the water away efficiently. Wiper blades should be parallel to the glass because if they bend, they won’t be making full contact so there will be no smooth glide across the glass. Chattering can also be caused by the frozen glass in times of rain snow and showers. The wipers may fail to clean the glass and smear either in one direction or both. Worn out windscreen wipers will show such signs as; Chattering noise Faint scratches on the glass Tiny rubber pieces on the screen Visible cuts on the rubber Rubber separating with the metal wiper arm Traces of water left behind Reduced visibility Windsc

Tips to Make Sure Your Car Is Safe From Theft/ Jacking

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Car theft is very common and to make the matter worse, it has evolved. Carjacking has become more advanced and more sophisticated theft tactics are being used. It is therefore important to be safe from car theft by learning the following prevention tips. Carjacking Prevention Tips The following are the simple tips to help you protect your car from theft. 1. Be Cautious Of The Environment When approaching your car, it is important to first be aware of the surrounding. In most cases, car thieves wait for people to open their cars and attack. Observe for any suspicious person before getting into your car. 2. Your Keys Or Remote Should Be Accessible It is always important and safe to have your keys ready as you approach your car. Most people make the mistake of looking for their car keys in the pockets or bags which increase the risk of carjacking. Be ready to open your car and get into it. The safest way is to configure the remote control to open only the driver’s side door rather than al

Safe Distance to Drive behind/ Away From Other Vehicles

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  Tailgating is a dangerous yet common practice that is seen in most drivers. There is an ideal distance that should be left between your car and the one in front and behind you. In this article, we are going to discuss the safe distance to drive behind and away from other vehicles in various situations and conditions. The safe following distance is determined by several factors. One of the most important is speed. This goes hand in hand with the distance you will take for your car to come to a stop in case of an emergency. The higher the speeds the longer distance you will need to stop the car. 3 Second Rule Driving at a speed of 60 km/ h, it would take you about 100 meters to come to a stop which mostly takes 3 seconds. This is the safest speed limit and distance when following a car. The following distance is not always the same. There are various situations and conditions that will require a cross around a larger distance. Safe Following Distance When the Road Is Wet A wet